Health Care Systems
Health care systems organise the finance and delivery of health care. They vary by country, reflecting specific history, culture, and economics. To maximise coverage and efficiency they must evolve with changing demographics, needs, and technologies.
Drug shortages are on the rise – but what is their impact?
16 September 2024
In this article, we discuss the global issue of drug shortages. We summarise our research where we developed a framework for quantifying the cost of a shortage, and through three case studies provide illustrative estimates of these costs.
Green Healthcare: Are We Asking the Right Questions?
11 September 2024
The climate-health crisis is a growing global concern, and identifying the right starting points is crucial.
Drug Shortages: What are the causes, consequences and pathways to a solution?
5 September 2024
Across the globe, drug shortages are becoming increasingly common across a range of therapeutic areas. Earlier this year, OHE published a report looking at the Dynamics…
Socio-Economic Value of Adult Immunisation Programmes
18 April 2024
Adult vaccines can return up to 19 times their initial investment to society, when their significant benefits beyond the healthcare system are monetised.
Rare Disease Day 2024: Why Do We Care About Rare?
29 February 2024
Rare Disease Day is observed on the last day of February every year, and today – February 29th – is truly the rarest day.
Developing a Conceptual Framework of Healthcare System Pressure
13 February 2024
The term ‘pressure’ has been widely used to describe various challenges, long before the COVID-19 pandemic. Regardless of its common usage, a formal definition of healthcare system pressure (HCSP) is currently missing.
The Dynamics of Drug Shortages
9 January 2024
Drug shortages are an industry-wide problem. Numerous factors may be considered as contributing to drug shortages across the globe. In this report, we discuss the global issue of drug shortages, summarise the main reasons for shortages as presented in the literature and our quantitative analysis. Finally, we provide recommendations for policy makers.
A switch to vegan diets could save the NHS £6.7 billion per year, new research reveals
8 January 2024
A new study by the Office of Health Economics shows that with 100% adoption of plant-based diets in England, the total health care cost savings for…
Reimagining Prevention for a Healthier, More Prosperous Society: Webinar Insights
7 December 2023
OHE held a webinar expanding on the findings and recommendations outlined in the recent whitepaper report. The event brought together experts from government, industry, and academia to share insights, focusing on strategies aimed at spearheading a transformative era of prevention.